Leeds United: Mbakogu is ready for Whites chance, admits Carpi president
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The Whites are yet to commit to the signing of Mbakogu despite reports that a deal had been done to bring the forward to the Championship.
Nigeria-born Mbakogu, who is on the books of the Italian Serie B side, has been on Leeds’ radar since January and recently secured Italian citizenship, allowing him to move to England without the need for a work permit.
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Hide AdUnited opened negotiations with Carpi at the turn of the year and have agreed an option to sign Mbakogu for a fee in excess of £3m but the Elland Road club are still to formally activate it.
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Mbakogu is represented by Football Capital, the agency which Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani held shares in prior to his buy-out of United.
The Nigerian's finishing has been far from prolific this season, with 25 league appearances yielding six goals, but Leeds remain tempted to take a chance on a player who is valued in the region of £4m.
Bonacini told Italian radio station RMC: "Mbakogu should go to Leeds.
"He deserves a chance on an important stage – the second tier in England is not the Italian Serie B.
"He is ready to have an adventure in England."